Plano dentist Dr. Peter Barnett believes that all dentistry is cosmetic dentistry in that it all improves your appearance and enhances your smile. There are, however, a number of cosmetic procedures that are especially popular in Plano cosmetic dentistry offices. They include several methods of whitening teeth, veneers to help reshape your smile and invisible braces to align your teeth for a straighter, neater smile.
Plano Teeth Whitening
Whether your teeth are stained or just not quite as white as you’d like, teeth bleaching or whitening can improve your appearance and brighten your smile. Plano cosmetic dentistry offices offer both in-office and at-home teeth whitening options. In-office procedures can take a couple of hours and whiten your teeth by several shades. The procedure includes applying the bleach to your teeth in the office and activating it with a special light. For at-home whitening, the dental technician or dentist will take impressions of your teeth to create custom bleach trays for you to use at home. You’ll apply the dental bleach at home according to the dentist’s directions. Teeth whitening works best for teeth that are lightly stained or uniformly discolored.
Plano Porcelain Veneers
For teeth that require more than a slight whitening, porcelain veneers or Lumineers can cover darker stains and reshape chipped, crooked or misaligned teeth. The procedure is generally painless. It involves removing the enamel covering the tooth and etching the surface with a mild acid so that the new porcelain veneer will adhere properly. The thin veneers can be perfectly matched to the color of your teeth, making it an ideal choice if you want to fill in a gap between your teeth or alter the shape of a chipped or broken tooth. The dentist will create a custom veneer for each tooth, shaping them to fit naturally into your mouth and your smile.
Plano Invisalign
If your teeth need to be adjusted or aligned, Invisalign and invisible braces are the two most popular Plano cosmetic dentistry options. The Invialign system and similar systems use customized clear plastic dental appliances that fit over your teeth. The trays are designed to gently pull your teeth into alignment, with each tray adjusting the teeth a tiny bit more. The entire process takes six to 12 months with several fittings taking place over that time.
For more information about Plano cosmetic dentistry services, contact the Plano dental office of Dr. Peter Barnett.
